Diphenhist

Name: Diphenhist

Manufacturer

  • Rebel Distributors Corp..

  • Rugby Laboratories, Inc.

Diphenhist Drug Class

Diphenhist is part of the drug classes:

  • Aminoalkyl ethers

  • Antihistamines for topical use

What is Diphenhist (diphenhydramine)?

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Diphenhydramine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Diphenhydramine is also used to treat motion sickness, to induce sleep, and to treat certain symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

Diphenhydramine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Diphenhist (diphenhydramine)?

You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

In Summary

More frequent side effects include: sedation and thickening of bronchial secretions. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.

For the Consumer

Applies to diphenhydramine: oral capsules and tablets, parenteral injection

Side effects include:

Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, epigastric distress, thickening of bronchial secretions.

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